September 8, 2010 / Front Page

Putnam County Executive Robert Bondi, who leaves office December 31 after serving for 20 years as the county’s chief elected official, will be remembered, in part, for his fiscal restraint and tight purse strings. More...

After last week’s stunning departure of Superintendent of Schools Marc Space and the unexpected June resignation of high school principal Jonathan Bryant, Putnam Valley was due for some smooth sailing. More...

Test scores dominated the discussion at last week’s Board of Education meeting in Garrison. On September 1, Superintendent Gloria Colucci presented the board with the results of the 2009-2010 New York State testing program results. More...

Enthusiastic children carrying backpacks filled with new school supplies were welcomed by Garrison School Principal Stephanie Impellittiere and an arch of colorful balloons created by members of the Garrison School PTA. More...

Beginning on Tuesday, September 21 and Wednesday, September 22 the Hudson Highlands Nature Museum will offer an adventurous and fun six-week, after-school program designed specifically for Kindergarten through Second graders. More...

Legal Notice SUPREME COURT OF THE STATE OF NEW YORK COUNTY OF PUTNAM ------------- In the matter of the foreclosure of tax liens by proceeding in rem pursuant to Article Eleven of Real Property Tax Law by the County of Putnam More...

The Villa Barone in Mahopac was full of enthusiasm and, at times, heated criticism on Tuesday night, when local Republican candidates took part in a debate in preparation for the September 14 primaries. More...

Watering Ban in Effect Village of Cold Spring residents and all users of the Village Water system are reminded that an outdoor watering ban is still in effect. Outdoor watering is not allowed from 7:00 am to 7:00 pm. More...

EDITOR’S NOTE: President Obama’s Secretary of Education, Arne Duncan, has urged that as much information as possible about teachers should be easily publicly accessible, including data pertaining to the quality of their teaching. More...

I have been asked to comment on an article written by the US Secretary of Education, Arne Duncan, recently published in the Daily News which suggests that as much data as possible should be released to the general public pertaining to teacher per More...

Windows on Main Street, a project that places art instillations in storefronts along Beacon’s Main Street, has been a staple of the city’s art scene for six years, and if you walk too fast you might miss it entirely. More...

On Sunday, September 12, the Little Stony Point Citizens Association will host its annual Hoot on the Hudson, or simply, “the Hoot.” Started 16 years ago, past Hoots have featured acts ranging from traditional solo performers to full ban More...

On Sunday, September 12 at 3pm, the Cadet Chapel will feature an organ recital by Gerald McGee, former civic organist of Portland, Maine, one of two cities in the United States to hire a civic organist. Mr. More...

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